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One of several recent solar projects in Westport.
Solar firm withdraws Westport farm plan
A Natick solar farm developer has withdrawn, for now, a plan to build a large solar farm on an undeveloped 30-acre plot of land on Division Road. WEB Westport Solar LLC had applied to the … more
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Tiverton runners William Ramos (left) Owen Oliveira (center, out of focus), Aidan Schreiner (right) make their way through the course with a host of competitors behind them.
Pardon, just passing through in Tiverton
Though they didn’t score the fastest times, members of the Tiverton boys’ and girls’ middle school cross country teams combined to beat Kickemuit Middle School in Bristol Warren, … more
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Dead dog found inside leaf bag in Barrington
A Barrington Department of Public Works employee made a gruesome discovery on Friday afternoon, Sept. 13.   According to Barrington Police, the DPW worker found the remains of a dead dog … more
Pare Corporation’s proposed site plan shown to residents on Monday night, which attempts to illustrate that the new school building will be built away from Silver Creek, at an elevation outside of the flood zone for the wetlands on site.
Bristol Planning Board requests more info on new high school plan
Sticking points including drainage, irrigation, parking, and artificial turf force a continuance of project's first local approval into next month. more
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State brings sudden halt to bridge demo
PROVIDENCE — On the eve of the planned closure of roads in city for the continued razing of the structure and just as suddenly as it was shuttered some 10 months ago, the state announced late … more
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Mugshot of Jacob Garzarelli, of Coventry, who was arrested Monday, Sept. 16.
Portsmouth Police charge man with soliciting a minor
PORTSMOUTH — A 32-year-old Coventry man was arrested by the Portsmouth Police Detective Division on Monday, Sept. 16, following an investigation into the solicitation of a minor for sexual … more
Chris Vachon, Patrick Orbon, and Jack Marston (from left) run up a dirt hill on Barrington’s course.
Portsmouth boys sweep cross-country meet in Barrington
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High’s Sean Gray and Allie Kaull won their respective races for the second week in a row during a cross-country meet at Barrington High’s 5K course on … more
Federal Title IX lawsuit touches Little Compton
    “I unequivocally support protections for all students and believe that everyone should feel safe attending their public schools.” — … more
Ed Cabral, Warren Harbormaster since 2014, in front of the new patrol boat the Town was able to acquire last year.
Warren's harbormaster to retire after 11th season
Ed Cabral has had a front-row seat for big changes along Warren’s waterfront. more
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The continued demolition of the Washington Bridge westbound side includes the overpass leading from Taunton Avenue at Valley Street and Waterfront Drive.
RIDOT begins temporary Waterfront Drive closure in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE/PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation plans to shut down part of Waterfront Drive in city likely for the next several days as the continued demolition of … more
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The Barrington coaching staff will try to help the Eagles bounce back from a 23-7 loss to Cumberland last Friday.
Eagles unable to keep pace with Clippers
A slow second half punctuated with penalties and turnovers spelled trouble for the Barrington High School football team on Friday night, Sept. 13.   The Eagles trailed Cumberland 10-7 at … more
Portsmouth High School Color Guard member Savannah MaGrath twirls a flag while performing with her team during the Portsmouth High School Marching Band’s halftime show last Thursday, Sept. 12, on the main athletic field.
Portsmouth High band brings sweet dreams — and nightmares!
PORTSMOUTH — The theme of the Portsmouth High School Marching Band’s halftime show this year is “When Dreams Become Nightmares,” and the group debuted it last Thursday … more
Portsmouth High’s John Colna (left) sets a block as ball-carrier Adam Conheeny attempts to break a tackle against South Kingstown on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Patriots fell in overtime, 21-20.
Portsmouth edged by Rebels in OT thriller, 21-20
PORTSMOUTH — It may not have been the way they wanted to start the season in Division I football, but the Portsmouth Patriots showed plenty of heart in their 21-20 overtime loss to South … more
With exercise guru Nellie Guerriero leading the way, Bristol Recreation Zumba classes have never been more enjoyable.
Meet the 'queen' of Bristol's hopping Zumba scene
"Nobody does it better than Nellie," said one participant of Nellie Guerriero's Zumba class. more
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Members of the Barrington Fire Department “assist” ducks across Wood’s Pond during a previous year’s duck race.
Barrington Education Foundation's Duck Race is back!
After a long hiatus, the beloved Barrington Education Foundation Duck Race is making a comeback. The race, which ran from the early 1990s through 2014, will return to town on Saturday, Oct. 5, … more
Summer Rain spins in circles while performing a blanket dance during the Fourth Annual Pokanoket Heritage Day at Burr’s Hill Park on Sunday afternoon.
Photos: A beautiful day for Pokanoket Pride
Check out our shots from the Fourth Annual Pokanoket Heritage Day that took place on Sunday, Sept. 15 at Burr’s Hill Park in Warren. more
The EPHS girls' volleyball team celebrates a point during its 3-2 victory over Barrington Wednesday night, Sept. 12.
Townies remain undefeated upon return to Division I girls' volleyball
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' volleyball team closed last week still unbeaten on its return to Division I this fall, but the Townies had to work a bit harder than … more
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East Providence's 2024 Primary Election numbers near past totals
EAST PROVIDENCE — Though the numbers in East Providence appeared paltry when looking at the totals, the amount of voters in last week's 2024 Primary Election Tuesday, Sept. 10, was actually … more
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Police deal with cyberstalking and a man yelling at cars
PORTSMOUTH — Here are recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Sept. 9 Marcelo Garcia Arevalo, 36, of 159 Ophelia St., Apt. 1, Providence, was charged … more
Will Quinlan reacts after scoring mid-way through the second half, to give Westport a 1-0 lead in their 2-1 victory over Holbrook on Tuesday. Quinlan, a senior co-captain, scored 32 goals last season.
Wildcats search for chemistry after championship season
The Westport soccer team is 1-0-2 after three games and yet the Wildcats haven’t found their rhythm after winning the Division 5 State Championship last season. “ This team's got a … more
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Barrington DEI Committee adds a second student representative
The Barrington Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee grew a bit larger on Monday night, Sept. 9. Barrington Town Council members voted 5-0 to add a second student representative position to … more
Chelsea Frazier watches the path of her balldown the court. She would later be named the MVP for the playoffs.
Photos: The 23rd Annual Hopeworth Bocce Championship
The 23rd Annual Hopeworth Bocce league championship was held last Saturday evening, Aug. 31, with lots of good competitive fun had by all involved. more
Barrington High School’s Bailey Duncan looks upfield while dribbling toward the goal during Wednesday night’s game.
Eagles outscore Huskies in girls soccer, 4-3
The Barrington High School girls soccer team tied Portsmouth and defeated Mt. Hope in league games this week.   On Wednesday night, Sept. 11, the Eagles outscored the Huskies 4-3. Bailey … more
The season for the competitive travel program will kick off the week before Thanksgiving, running through mid-March, with games also scheduled over February vacation
Barrington Youth Basketball Association tryouts tip off soon
The Barrington Youth Basketball Association is gearing up for another exciting season, with key dates quickly approaching for both the recreational league and the competitive travel program. For … more
Barrington’s Dr. Stephanie Graff is Director of Breast Oncology at the Lifespan Cancer Institute and will participate in the second annual Paddle for Progress RI on Sept. 22.
Barrington doctor participating in Paddle for Progress RI
Barrington resident and nationally recognized oncologist, Dr. Stephanie Graff, is once again making waves in the community with her involvement in the second annual Paddle for Progress RI. Set … more
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